The Essex Regiment was officially formed in 1881, as part of the Childers Reforms, but has a history that dates back more than a century before this.

The regiment raised 30 Battalions during the Great War and was awarded dozens of battle honours and a Victoria Cross. In total, the Essex Regiment lost 8,860 men, with fighting in Egypt, Mesopotamia, the Western Front. It had a vital role in the conflict around Gallipoli, and provided key support back on the Home Front as well.

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Commonwealth War Graves

Devas, Lieutenant Arthur (d1915, aged 37, illness)

Fernley, Corporal Charles (d1915, aged 41, illness)

Harris, Private William (d1919, aged 31, illness)

Taylor, Private Walter (d1918, aged 35, illness)